header selection

[5.0n66]

ok I'm planning out my engine setup, decided to de-turbo it (my homemade setup was just too ghetto to have in the car after I'm finished restoring it, among other reasons) I had tri-ys in it before the turbo setup but was thinking about my header options: most likely going to have them (or order them) ceramic coated..... what headers are best? long tubes vs tri-ys.. etc (it's a 5.0EFI if that helps any... and I can install the HEGO bungs so that isnt a factor)

 

[TT670]

Im running the complete MAC 2.5" tru-fit system on my 65 331 EFI. Nice long tubes and no collector gaskets. I did weld on my own Hego sockets. Mac uses ball socket connectors in the front and rear of the H pipe to allow easy removal of the H pipe and a leak free fit. They also have tailpipes for GT and non GT rear valances. Overall its a real nice fitting system. Comes with clamps and hangers too. In addition Jet Hot also sells these headers pre coated from thier own inventory.

 

[5.0n66]

ok I think I've decided on Tri-y's for the lower and mid-range torque, I can get a set of ceramic coated headers for 250$ from mustangs unlimited, seems pretty reasonable to me, anyone have any better deals? is the coating they use a real ceramic coating? (jet-hot not HTS)..................also there is a footnote "*Only fits 10 or 10.5" clutch, to use larger 1968+ bellhousing requires clearancing of LH header tubes." the 5.0 is of course after 1968 but will they really need clearencing? my old set of tri-ys fit fine.

 

[skywalker]

For that kind of cash...get some doug thorley tri-y's from summit...little bit more but I think you'll be happier.

 

[blue66tang]

Hooker super comps. Great fit, no leaks, ez access to spark plugs, ez access to header bolts and no clearence issues. Ill never go to any other brand. Im sold. I just wish they made some a little bigger.